Tanner Keegan Read
Tanner Keegan Read
The Human Experience with Dean Graves
The Human Experience with Dean Graves
The Human Experience with Dean Graves
Sunday 27th April 2025
Join Keegan Read and Dean Graves as they explore meditation, consciousness, and personal growth in overcoming substance abuse and finding true identity.
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65 minutes
enlightening
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Author:
Tanner Keegan Read
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Meditation helps invert awareness and explore the self.
- Substance abuse is often a misguided attempt at self-exploration.
- Consciousness is the essence of human experience.
- Personal responsibility is key to healing and growth.
- Awareness and enlightenment fuel authentic self-discovery.
"You have to accept responsibility for that healing. And if you want to make a change, then be the change that you want to see in the world."
In this episode of 'Retrieving Sanity,' host Keegan Read engages in a profound conversation with Dean Graves, a renowned meditation teacher and mental health counselor. With over two decades of experience, Dean shares his insights into the human condition, emphasizing the role meditation plays as a powerful tool for healing and self-understanding. As they delve into the complexities of consciousness, Dean explains that consciousness is not something we acquire; rather, it is the very essence of our existence.
Every experience, emotion, and perception is an aspect of consciousness. Dean highlights the importance of meditation in learning to invert our innate awareness from external to internal, allowing us to explore the depths of our authentic self. Through this exploration, individuals can address personal challenges such as substance abuse, which Dean describes as a misguided attempt to explore one's consciousness.
He stresses that healing requires personal responsibility, and it's crucial to identify and confront the emotions that lead to substance dependency. The conversation also touches upon the nature of identity and the distinction between stability and stasis in personal growth. Dean shares his belief that true enlightenment is the vehicle of self-discovery, propelled by the force of awareness. By surrendering false perceptions and embracing our genuine identity, we prepare ourselves for significant healing.
Keegan and Dean discuss the importance of embracing the lessons of consciousness and integrating them into daily life. Dean encourages listeners to be the change they wish to see, echoing the wisdom of Mahatma Gandhi. As the episode concludes, Keegan expresses his eagerness to have Dean back on the show, promising more engaging discussions on consciousness and personal growth. Listeners are invited to explore Dean Graves' website for further insights and resources on meditation and self-discovery.
'Retrieving Sanity' provides a platform for understanding mental health and addiction recovery, offering a holistic approach to healing and personal growth.